Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Geoffrey Payne
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
Building on the range of concepts and tools introduced to students in ENGL1001 Literature: From Medieval to Modern, this unit focuses on how literature developed throughout the twentieth century to the present day. It analyses how English, Australian and American writers - poets, playwrights, novelists, graphic novelists and screenwriters - responded in profoundly intellectual and visceral ways to the wars, calamities, technological change and digital disruptions of what Eric Hobsbawm calls the 'Age of Extremes'. We trace patterns of alienation and anomie, but also the growing urgency of hope and human rights in literary responses to the modern world. Continuing to develop university level skills in critical reading, textual analysis and writing about literary texts, this unit also introduces students to theories of visual literacy and critical studies, equipping students with the tools to interpret different kinds of narratives.
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Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Participatory Tasks will be graded by forum discussion contributions. The online quiz will be completed on iLearn. Textual Analysis Task and Research Essay must be submitted via Turnitin.
Late Assignment Submission: Unless a Disruption to Studies request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply - 10 marks of credit will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted seven days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Research Essay | 40% | No | 5pm Friday Nov. 5, 2021 |
Textual Analysis Task | 30% | No | 5pm Friday Sept 10, 2021 |
Online Participation Task | 20% | No | Weekly, ongoing |
Online Quiz | 10% | No | Week 4 |
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 37 hours
Due: 5pm Friday Nov. 5, 2021
Weighting: 40%
1500 Word Research Essay Related to a Set Topic
Assessment Type 1: Case study/analysis
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: 5pm Friday Sept 10, 2021
Weighting: 30%
750 Word Textual Analysis Task
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 36 hours
Due: Weekly, ongoing
Weighting: 20%
Preparation of notes for participation forum and any additional research. Participation in forum activities; answering questions in weekly forums and contributing meaningfully to forum discussion.
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 2 hours
Due: Week 4
Weighting: 10%
Students will complete one online quiz in week three - comprising 10 multiple choice questions. They will be timed at 10 minutes in duration.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
One lecture and one forum per week (forum participation starts in week one).
Online units can be accessed at: http://www.ilearn.mq.edu.au
The unit uses the following technology: Leganto, echo 360, and iLearn
REQUIRED READINGS/TV & FILMS/GAMES
REQUIRED:
RECOMMENDED:
Additional readings (primary and secondary) will be available via the Macquarie University Library and iLearn.
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
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The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
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Unit information based on version 2021.01R of the Handbook